UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) South East is to lead its first trade mission for aviation companies to Indonesia from 3 to 7 November (Tel: 0845 2789 600).

It says that the aerospace sector is “extremely important” for the region and that “Indonesia offers some of the most important opportunities.”

Stephen Myatt, an aerospace expert at UKTI South East, said: “Passenger numbers across Indonesia are on the up, now exceeding 120 million per year on domestic flights and 21 million internationally, while cargo volumes are more steady, but with potential for growth.

“Leading airlines are investing heavily in new aircraft to serve the Indonesian market. Airline operators are lobbying for additional capacity, and regional governments are promoting developments for tourism and trade.

“Central government recognises the need to tackle chronic under-capacity of existing airports with a programme of expansions, replacement and new development.

“There really are some huge opportunities for our local firms to develop contacts and win business in some of the highest-growth markets in the world — and visiting with UKTI could be the first step.”